R U OK? Let’s be honest – as mothers, we’re probably not asked that question enough. By Mama Disrupt® Between the mental load of trying to schedule swimming lessons, book the car service, and have your groceries delivered in the 6 minute window that you’ll actually be home…yeah. There’s a …
Do you have dysthymia? 4 ways the hidden disorder is impacting mums
Do you have dysthymia? Have you even heard of it? Not many have, so let’s take a look at what this persistent depressive disorder is, and how it’s affecting mamas. By Harper Steele When it comes to motherhood, there are many challenges and emotions that come along with it. However, …
[Guest Editor] Zoe Bingley-Pullin on infertility, PND and early menopause
From overcoming fertility challenges, postnatal depression and early menopause, Zoe Bingley-Pullin has experienced every season of the female form. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Zoe Bingley-Pullin is picture perfect. She’s fit, she’s healthy and she’s f*ckin gorgeous. So it would be fair to assume she’s skated through life …
11 signs you might have postnatal depression and anxiety
When the baby blues last longer than a few weeks or so, it’s important to consider whether postnatal depression or anxiety has set in. By Cheryl Fingleson Adjusting to parenthood is tough going and it’s natural for parents – both mums and dads – to feel overwhelmed by their new …
Maternal Mental Health: ‘I didn’t sign up for this’
Navigating the highs and lows of motherhood, many mums find themselves thinking, “I didn’t sign up for this.” By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor “I didn’t sign up for this,” I often catch myself thinking. Usually when I’m running on my 1750th night of broken sleep, trying to stop …
‘How I recovered from postnatal depression and anxiety’
In Australia, one in five new and expecting mums and one in 10 dads experience pre and postnatal depression and anxiety. Here, real mama Josie Smyth shares her very real journey with PND. By Josie Smyth I am PROUD to be talking about my journey through postnatal depression and anxiety. …
The cocooning instinct and how it can affect the mental health of new mums
If you’re feeling the pull to nest and hide away from the world, girl, you’ve tapped into the cocooning vibes of new motherhood. And while it does feel safe and snug, sometimes you gotta bust out. Here’s how. By Nicole Fuge, Mama Disrupt® Managing Editor Motherhood — an exhilarating journey of …
[Guest Editor] Yakira Giger: It’s okay to not be okay
It’s okay to NOT be okay. How mama of three, Yakira Giger learnt to deal with her anxiety and PND head on. By Yakira Giger Are you okay? My automatic reply is always “Yes, I’m fine.” *Smile and wave, smile and wave…* But why? Why do we feel so CONCERNED …
Not feeling yourself? Here are 11 signs you might have PND
When baby blues last longer than a few weeks, it’s important to know if postnatal depression or anxiety has set in. It’s not you, it’s PND. By Cheryl Fingleson Adjusting to parenthood is tough going and it’s natural for parents – both mums and dads – to feel overwhelmed by …
What everyone needs to know about PND
Each mum who has PND, experiences it in a different way. But it is possible to break the cycle – you just need to know how. By Heather Lindsay One in five mums suffer from perinatal anxiety and depression. That’s 20%. That’s huge! By definition, it stands for depression or anxiety that occurs …